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HB 2482

An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, establishing the Newly Employed Teacher Grant Program.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Johanny Cepeda-Freytiz and 13 co-sponsors

HB 2482 creates a state-funded Newly Employed Teacher Grant Program to attract and retain new public school teachers in Pennsylvania through grants.

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Bill Summary · HB 2482

Summary of HB 2482 (Session 2025-2026) – Pennsylvania Public School Code

Purpose and Intent

HB 2482 proposes to amend the Public School Code of 1949 to establish the Newly Employed Teacher Grant Program. The program is designed to support school districts in attracting and retaining newly employed teachers by providing financial assistance to qualified individuals who begin teaching in Pennsylvania public schools.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Establishment of the Newly Employed Teacher Grant Program

    • Creates a state-funded program within the Public School Code to provide grants to newly employed teachers.
    • The program’s aim is to incentivize individuals to enter and remain in the teaching profession within Pennsylvania public schools.

  • Eligibility and Recipients

    • Specifies criteria for who qualifies as a “newly employed teacher” (typically individuals who have recently begun teaching in Pennsylvania public schools; exact criteria may include licensing status, full-time teaching position, and applicable subject/grade level, though the bill text would provide the precise definitions).
    • Grants are intended for teachers who meet the program’s eligibility requirements.

  • Grant Amounts and Funding

    • Establishes the monetary value of individual grants (the bill will define the grant amount; görünüşe göre funded through state appropriations).
    • Details on state funding sources, allocation methods, and potential caps or totals for the program may be included.

  • Administration and Oversight

    • Outlines which state department or agency administers the program (likely the Pennsylvania Department of Education or a designated office within; the bill would specify responsibilities).
    • Includes accountability measures, reporting requirements, and auditing provisions to ensure proper use of funds.

  • Application Process

    • Describes how eligible teachers apply for grants, submission timelines, and any documentation required to verify eligibility and employment status.

  • Duration and Renewal

    • Specifies the term of each grant (e.g., annual, multi-year) and any renewal or continuation conditions if a teacher remains employed.

  • Limitations and Compliance

    • Any limitations (e.g., cannot be stacked with other state grants, reporting obligations, or repayment terms if employment terminates prematurely) would be defined.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Newly Employed Public School Teachers in Pennsylvania
    • Primary beneficiaries who meet eligibility criteria and are actively teaching in Pennsylvania public schools.
  • School Districts
    • May benefit indirectly by attracting and retaining qualified teaching staff, potentially affecting district staffing and budget planning.
  • Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) / Administering Agencies
    • Responsible for program administration, disbursement of funds, and compliance monitoring.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Implementation Timeline
    • The bill would establish when the program takes effect after enactment and when initial funds are available for distribution.
  • Reporting and Evaluation
    • The bill likely requires annual or periodic reporting on grant distribution, participant outcomes, and program impact on teacher retention and recruitment.
  • Sunset/Review Provisions
    • May include provisions for periodic review or sunset if the program is not continued, though the text would confirm.

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